New Work Refusal Rules under Canada Labour Code
by Stephen Shore / Sherrard Kuzz LLP October 2014 As a result of amendments to the Canada Labour Code, effective October 31, 2014, a worker employed by a federally regulated employer may no longer be able refuse to perform work on the basis
Alert: Electrical Hazards Associated With Welding Equipment
From the Ontario Ministry of Labour (see original posting here) Issued: October 16, 2014 / Content last reviewed: October 2014 Disclaimer: This resource has been prepared to help the workplace parties understand some of their obligations under the Occupational Health
Mark Breslin at IMPACTs RAB 12 AGM
Brought to you by Ontario Ironworkers District Council Please mark your calendars for meetings over the week of December for an outstanding guest presentation by one of the finest motivational speakers around, Mark Breslin. Mark will be leading off IMPACTs RAB 12 AGM
Employment & Labour Law Update – Management Counsel Newsletter – October 2014
Content provided by Sherrard Kuzz LLP Employment & Labour Lawyers Our newsletter is published six times a year to highlight important issues in Canadian employment and labour law. This month we address two issues: Employer Receives Tongue-Lashing for Language-Based Discrimination What a Difference a Month Makes We hope you
Building with Steel: Critical Stuff you need to know!
Learn with the experts! From the CISC Course Calendar A course on steel building construction that will provide an overall, non-technical understanding of the structural design and engineering process; manufacturing approvals; applicable building codes and standards; roles and responsibilities; performance; critical aspects of
NCLRA Conference Registration, Queen’s Landing, Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON
October 16-17, 2014 Registration is now open for the 2014 NCLRA Conference to be held October 16 & 17, 2014 in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario. To register online for the conference, please visit the website and enter the Invite Code 2014nclra. Should you prefer not to use the online registration
Inspection of Steel Building Structures
Learn with the Experts Toronto, ON October 27 - 31, 2014 Information Registration This 4-day course will provide participants with requirements, recommendations and resources for the inspection of steel-framed buildings. An optional 3-hour exam is offered on the 5th day for those working towards their
2-Minute News
From the Infrastructure Health and Safety Association. Safety Talk: Fire Extinguishers Ministry of Labour warns of issues with timber dome structures Lightning safety: Take shelter from the storm Is your “Green Book” up-to-date? New ca Magazine focuses on Certificate of Recognition program Safety Talk: Fire Extinguishers Fire
2-Minute News from the ISHA
To read online click here. Safety Talk: Dump Trucks – Workers in Vicinity Proposal to classify truck drivers as skilled workers Training spotlight: Introduction to Hazard and Risk Management Request for comments on implementing the GHS in Canada IHSA's Annual General Meeting September 17 Safety Talk: Dump Trucks
BIM WORLDWIDE : SOLUTIONS FOR CANADA
Registration for the BIM WORLDWIDE : SOLUTIONS FOR CANADA Symposium is now live! CCA has completed the material for registration for the bSC Symposium day - Oct. 30, 2014 in Toronto. Click here for more information, registration and the full program.